Library Director – Griswold Memorial Library (Colrain, MA)

Description
The Library Director is responsible for upholding the vision and
mission of the Griswold Memorial Library and its management,
operations, services, and programs, in accordance with the policies
established by the Board of Library Trustees.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
The essential duties listed below are intended only as illustrations
of the type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific
duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is related,
or a logical assignment to the position.
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Resource Center Manager – Department of Veterans Affairs National Center for PTSD (White River Junction, VT)

The National Center for PTSD seeks a future-oriented, innovative leader to oversee the operation of the PTSDpubs database (https://www.ptsd.va.gov/ptsdpubs/search_ptsdpubs.asp) and serve as the Resource Center Manager. PTSDpubs is a freely available, online database of articles, reports, books, and dissertations related to the psychological effects of trauma. This cross-disciplinary, international database is a high-visibility project, searched over 40 million times last year. In 2018, PTSDpubs transitioned to a custom content management system paired with state-of-the-art semantic software with auto-tagging capabilities. The incumbent will have the unique opportunity to shape and refine the administrative and public interfaces of this system for the 21st century.
The incumbent will also manage the Resource Center, which houses a large physical collection, and supervise the Resource Center staff. As a part of the Resource Center team, the incumbent will provide comprehensive, in-depth reference services, support scholarly publishing, deliver instruction, promote Resource Center services, and market the PTSDpubs database.
The salary range is $73,375 to $95,388 per year. Currently, the posting is only open to federal employees, but a posting open to the general public will be available soon. Check the USAJOBS website for updated information.
For the complete job description, click here.
posted on March 10th, 2019

Library Clerk III – Brooks Memorial Library (Brattleboro, VT)

Brooks Memorial Library seeks full-time Library Clerk III in the Adult Circulation Department. Duties
involve managing and overseeing all aspects of library circulation, scheduling, training and supervising
clerical staff and volunteers. Assists with reference and reader’s advisory services for patrons.
Participates in the supervisor cohort with librarians and Library Director. Must possess excellent
communication and public service skills, ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
with coworkers and volunteers and articulate direction in a clear and collegial manner, and to exercise
sound judgement independently in decision making and problem solving. Fundamental knowledge of
library systems, policies and procedures required.
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Library/Media Specialist – Alburgh Community Ed Center (Alburgh, VT)

The goal of Alburgh School library is to enhance student achievement and foster the appreciation of literature by ensuring that students and teachers are effective users of ideas and information. This goal is accomplished by:
• providing intellectual and physical access to materials in a variety of formats.
• providing instruction to foster literacy competence and stimulate interest in accessing, evaluating, and applying information and ideas.
• promoting literacy throughout the day.
• collaborating with other educators to design learning so that students’ literacy needs are met.
• serving as an independent and supervised learning center.
When the school library is reaching its goal, students will visit the library frequently to access the full range of available information resources including print and non-print materials, electronic databases, and information systems. The library media specialist will know students by name and communicate with them about their personal and school-related interests. Students who come to a fully functioning library will exhibit on task behavior associated with the appropriate use of materials. A large number of students will come to the library asking for a “really good” book, and will congregate in the library because it is a safe and inviting place.
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Youth Services Assistant – Haskell Free Library (Derby Line, VT)

The Haskell Free Library & Opera House is seeking a part-time Youth Services Assistant (20 hours per week). Under the supervision of the Librarian, the Youth Services Assistant is responsible for planning and implementing programming for children and young adults at the Haskell Free Library. They are also responsible for maintaining the youth collection.
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Substitute Librarian – Milton Elementary School (Milton, VT)

Elementary/Middle School Short-term Librarian Substitute – Seeking a Short-term Librarian Substitute for our elementary and middle school grade level students. Preferred candidate will have knowledge of library, media and research instructional practices, integration of technology. Anticipated dates are from February 14, 2019 through April 2019. Rate of pay is $100 per day.
Qualifications for position listed above:
The Vermont Educational Quality Standards require the services of a certified library media specialist.
Recommended Requirements:
• Current Vermont Educator License with Library Media Specialist endorsement (5440-61) preferred.
• If applying from out of state, must be eligible for Vermont Teacher’s Licensure.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic interdisciplinary team environment.
For more information and to apply, see the full posting here.
posted on January 28th, 2019

Collections Strategies and Services Librarian – Keene State College (Keene, NH)

The Mason Library at Keene State College is seeking a Collections Strategies and Services Librarian (CSS), a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor. The CSS librarian provides leadership, vision, and strategic direction for Mason Library’s physical and digital collections in established and emerging formats and media. As a tenure-track position, the position also includes responsibilities in teaching in the Information Studies minor and information literacy, service to campus, and scholarship. Position has a start date of August 2019. For more information, and to apply, please visit this link.
posted January 13th, 2019

Library/Media Specialist – Kingdom East School District (Essex County, VT)

Concord (.6 FTE), Lunenburg (.2 FTE) an Gilman (.2 FTE) Schools seek a collaborative individual to help us continue to develop our Library/Media Center for the 21st Century. Knowledge of 21st Century technology skills, library/media management, and children’s literature a must. Individual will work collaboratively with teaching teams and Kingdom East librarians. Strong organizational, planning and team work skills a must. Candidates with a Bachelor’s in Teaching, Technology or 7-12th English are encouraged to apply.
Concord, Lunenburg and Gilman Schools are part of the Kingdom East School District, located in the heart of a vibrant, community in the Northeast, Vermont. We operate seven preK-8th grade schools ranging from 60 to 500 students. Our high school students have “choice” and may opt to attend one of the traditional independent schools — Lyndon Institute or St. Johnsbury Academy — or another high school of their choice.
We are located about 3 hours from Montreal, Boston and Portland, ME. Our region is known for breathtaking views and access to great skiing, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, canoeing and other outdoor opportunities. We are close to the White Mountains and the Green Mountains. Both Littleton, NH and St. Johnsbury, VT have numerous fine and performing arts venues. Our communities attract wholesome families, faculty and staff. Our schools maintain impassioned faculty, personalized beliefs about success, and a caring, safe school culture.
Apply online at this link. On-line application must include: profile, letter, resume, transcripts, references, tests, certifications and questions, if asked. Hard copies of Vermont Certification with appropriate endorsements, three written letters of reference and transcripts will be required for verification at the interview level. Visit our website www.kingdomeast.org for information about our schools. Minority applicants are encouraged to apply.
posted on January 13th, 2019